The CountryDrought declared in Otago, Southland; Government pledges supportAgriculture Minister Damien O'Connor made the announcement today.31 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryEasing of bovine tuberculosis restrictions in OtagoSome farmers won't have to test for bovine tuberculosis before moving stock off-farm.30 Mar 10:30 PM
The CountryLake Onslow fieldwork under way, consents lodgedPaperwork and field observations are underway for pumped hydro storage project.30 Mar 05:31 PM
The CountryNeighbourly poaching case continues as judge hunts for truthMark Walter, 62, was due to be sentenced for unlawful hunting yesterday.29 Mar 08:58 PM
The CountryHow Jules Webley is helping farmers understand carbon farmingJules Webley is researching the ETS and carbon forestry in NZ.28 Mar 10:15 PM
The Country'Very proud': Central Otago farmer delighted at Campion's successThe Power of the Dog was filmed on Philippa Pope's Ida Valley farm.28 Mar 10:00 PM
The CountryRoxburgh orchardist hopes feijoa trial proves fruitfulMal Dhillon hopes feijoas will be commercially viable for his land and for Roxburgh.24 Mar 07:00 PM
The CountryFirst time seller wins big at Owaka Calf SaleSouth Otago farmer Russell O'Hara had some beginner's luck on St Patrick's Day.24 Mar 03:03 AM
The Country'Unjustified': ERA says farmhand's pay unfairly loweredContract stated a salary of $64,000 per year, but farmhand only received $48,000.23 Mar 09:00 PM
The Country'Real good numbers': Dog triallists flock to Heriot Collie Club centenaryWest Otago club held its centennial event earlier this month.23 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryWhat farmers think about the Zero Carbon ActVast majority of Kiwi farmers still in the dark about what Zero Carbon Act means for them.15 Mar 08:30 PM
The CountryHard work bears fruit for Central Otago orchardistHard work ensures the harvesting season runs smoothly at Jackson Orchards in Cromwell.14 Mar 10:15 PM
The CountryConsent obtained for 'unorthodox' farm subdivisionThe Otago Regional Council had opposed the 17-lot farm park subdivision.14 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryDog trainer makes use of canine skills to launch new business"So many dogs do whatever they like because they're not trained. I feel sorry for them."13 Mar 10:00 PM
The CountrySouthern finalists judged for Holstein Friesian competitionJudge began scrutinising the southern finalists for national competition on Monday.10 Mar 03:59 PM
The CountryFishing boat that sank was investigated for dumping in popular bayAurora 7459 went down about one nautical mile off the coast.09 Mar 11:49 PM
The CountryCollie club's trials a 'good couple of days out'"We are here for a laugh for two days and that's our dog trialling for the year."09 Mar 01:00 AM
The CountryChallenging task to end bobby-calf cullingAn East Otago dairy farmer is calling for an end to the culling of bobby calves.08 Mar 10:30 PM
The Country'This is my thing': Anna Boyd's passion for cattle and dataAnna Boyd is on a mission to help New Zealand's beef industry maximise profitability.08 Mar 04:30 PM
The CountryNathan Stratford wins National Shearing Circuit finalCircuit final went ahead at Armidale Merino Stud, in Gimmerburn, under Covid restrictions.06 Mar 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBig Read: Meth-fuelled burglar shot by farmerThe sorry saga could have had an even worse ending, reports Kurt Bayer.03 Mar 10:00 PM
The CountryArmidale all set to host National Shearing Circuit finalsAllan Paterson saved the event from being cancelled by hosting it on his farm.02 Mar 10:00 PM
The Country'It still runs great': Favourite old faithful comes back to farm to 'retire'This self-propelled 1965 Claas Mercury is not ready to be put out to pasture quite yet.01 Mar 03:00 AM
The CountryGeographical Indication gives wine region legal protectionGI recognises subtle differences between different wine-growing areas of Central Otago.24 Feb 08:00 PM
The CountryBlue Willow Blueberries' sweet succession planEric and Noreen Johnson are passing on Blue Willow Blueberries to their daughter.23 Feb 04:30 PM
The CountryTwins win Junior Young Farmer Otago Southland titleDunedin's Zoe and Millar McElrea will represent the South at the grand final in July.22 Feb 10:30 PM
The CountryNorth Otago A&P Show going ahead this weekendShow just one of 16 from a possible 76 to go ahead around NZ this summer.22 Feb 09:45 PM
The CountryOtago Farmers Market plans to grow the growersOtago Farmers Market launches initiative to address decline in produce grower numbers.22 Feb 04:30 PM
The Country'Freedom' of high country appeals to retired shearer"When you're out on the hill, you're on your own. It's very hard to replace that freedom."21 Feb 04:30 PM
The CountryWhy young shepherd Mikayla Cooper loves the high countryCooper works at large-scale sheep and beef property Dome Hills Station, near Danseys Pass.21 Feb 03:30 AM
The CountryHow award-winning dairy farmer Rhys Roberts is challenging the status quoNZ Zanda McDonald Award winner lets staff choose hours and is trialling regenerative ag.17 Feb 04:30 PM
The Country'Good little cow' wins big at Southland Otago Jersey Cattle Breeders Club competitionBeledene Demo Starleena was the supreme champion at the on-farm comp last month.16 Feb 03:59 PM
The CountryBorder plan too late for Central Otago harvestCentral Otago firms question how soon five-step changes will alleviate labour shortages.14 Feb 09:30 PM
The CountryTonga needs tractorsThe Pasifika Safe Shelter Trust is calling on people to donate old farming equipment.14 Feb 08:45 PM
